Portland's Killer Burger has filed to open an East Village location on East Parmer Lane, with construction set for February and a summer opening targeted.

The Toasted Yolk will open a new cafe this summer at the Shops at the Brick and Mortar District in Kyle, led by franchisees John and Miriam Diaz.

New Jersey-based Ugly Dumpling will open its first Texas restaurant at The Arboretum, serving xiao long bao, dim sum and noodles. The team is targeting a late January or early February opening.

RedFarm's downtown Austin outpost has closed, leaving the Second Street District corner at 201 W. Third St. vacant.

Shake Shack has filed to build a nearly $1M, 3,000-sq-ft Shack in Leander, with construction penciled for Sept. 2026 to Feb. 2027. The move is part of a wider Austin-area expansion push.

McAlister’s Deli will open its Hutto Carmel Creek location on January 24, 2026, ending a years‑long wait after permit filings in 2022. The menu will include giant spuds and the chain’s famous sweet tea.

State filings show Tacodeli plans a new Tech Ridge outpost at 12705 Center Lake Drive, with construction slated for March 20–June 19 and a roughly $500,000 buildout.

After years as a trailer at Corner Bar, Kiin Di has a permanent South Lamar home with new large plates and a cocktail list. The move keeps fan favorites while expanding hours and dine-in service.

Austin’s Good Culture has landed a majority investment from L Catterton in a deal that sources peg near $500 million, a big win for the city’s CPG scene. The funding is aimed at expanding production and distribution as demand surges.

Project filings show Barrio Burrito Bar plans to take over a former Dickey's unit at Greenlawn Crossing in Round Rock; the opening date remains TBD.

Milkmade, a mother-and-daughter ice cream trailer, will open in January in the Michi Ramen parking lot on North Lamar, serving rotating small-batch flavors and vegan options.

Simply Super Indian Cuisine & Bar opened in late December at Round Rock Crossing, offering classic Indian snacks, curries and lassis.

A second Chipotle is planned for Leander’s Crystal Falls pad, with filings showing a 2,385‑sq‑ft build‑out slated for May–October and an estimated $1.2M cost.